Program Analyst (Recruiting)

Office of the Secretary of Defense; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Secretary of Defense in Arlington, VA is seeking a recruiting and accession policy specialist. This position supports military enlisted recruiting programs, analyzes trends, and advises senior leaders on complex accession issues.

The role interprets laws and policies, develops guidance on recruiting resources, and prepares executive briefings for Congress and stakeholders. A Secret security clearance is required, and the posted salary range is $143,913 to $187,093 per year.

Qualifications

• Education cannot be substituted for experience.
• Requires a Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Implements and evaluates military enlisted recruiting and accession programs.
• Analyzes recruiting trends, program results, and the effectiveness of resources such as advertising and enlistment incentives.
• Reports findings and recommends improvements to senior leaders and the Military Departments on recruiting and accession issues.
• Advises senior leaders on complex recruiting and accession issues.
• Interprets applicable laws, regulations, and policies and recommends courses of action on matters affecting recruiting operations, funding, and personnel.

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Office of the Secretary of Defense

This position is located in the Office of the Secretary of War, Office of the Under Secretary of War for Personnel and Readiness (USW (P&R)), within the Office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Manpower and Reserve Affairs, under the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Military Personnel Policy (DASW(MPP)) and the Director, Accession Policy (AP).

Key Responsibilities

Incumbent typical work assignments may include the following: Implements and evaluates military enlisted recruiting and accession programs. Analyzes recruiting trends, program results, and the effectiveness of resources such as advertising and enlistment incentives. Reports findings and recommends improvements. Advises senior leaders and the Military Departments on complex recruiting and accession issues.

Interprets applicable laws, regulations, and policies and recommends courses of action on matters affecting recruiting operations, funding, and personnel. Develops and recommends changes to Department-wide recruiting and enlistment policies and guidance. Coordinates policy initiatives involving recruiting resources, enlistment bonuses, student loan repayment, and recruiter irregularities.

Prepares executive briefing materials, reports, correspondence, and official responses on military recruiting and accession issues for senior leaders, Congress, oversight organizations, and other stakeholders. Analyzes proposed legislation and congressional testimony for their potential effects on military recruiting, accessions, and force readiness. Develops recommendations and prepares materials in response to congressional inquiries, audits, and inspections.

Requirements & Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Office of the Secretary of Defense, Department of Defense.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $143913 - $187093/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-16.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.